Serving 476 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary School serves the west part of the Sedro Woolley, WA school district, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 476 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
476 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1262 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
31%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
61%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #1262 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen Elementary School, Mary Purcell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
476 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Central Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Sedro-Woolley School District.
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